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"This bulletin gives an account of the recent mouse plague in Humboldt Valley, Nevada. Its object to acquaint farmers with the dangers from field mice to describe the best methods of destroying and controlling the animals. Through referring particularly to the Nevada outbreak, the recommendations apply to similar species in other parts of the United States." -- Introduction p. 5.
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"The species of fungous growths selected for description in the following pages are very widely distributed and this bulletin should make them easily recognizable by a careful observer who wishes to become acquainted with some of the varieties commonly found in gardens, lawns, woods, and pastures. Recipes for cooking will be found on pages 10 to 23"--Page [2]
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"Teachers of nature study and of elementary agriculture are beginning to realize that if these subjects are to have a permanent place in the curriculum they must be something more than a study of book. In the attempt to make the work more practical, emphasis in being placed upon field practicums, observation trips, laboratory exercises and home projects. In connection with such practical work there is need for greater effort to stimulate interest in the recitation and a closer linking of the work of the classroom with the practical work. Inasmuch s a proper use of illustrative materials will do much toward arousing interest and making the subjects of nature study and agriculture more vital, the following pages give suggestions concerning the collection and preservation of insects and other material for use in rural schools." -- p. [2]